Busbud recommends taking the bus from Riga to Kaunas
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Kaunas. The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Based on 140 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Ecolines ticket prices on this trip start at $21
Based on 482 reviews, the company was rated 3.9 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the cleanliness and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Infobus ticket prices on this trip start at $21
Based on 5 reviews, the company was rated 2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the timeliness. LATLINES ticket prices on this trip start at $32
Based on 6 reviews, the company was rated 2.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the temperature but often complained with the timeliness. Z-TIME ticket prices on this trip start at $25
Based on 84 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the timeliness and the staff but often complained with the power outlets. TOKS Neo ticket prices on this trip start at $27
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Frequently asked questions for your trip Riga - Kaunas
What is the distance between Riga and Kaunas?
Riga and Kaunas are 142 miles (229 km) apart.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Riga to Kaunas?
If you're headed to Kaunas from Riga, chances are that your bus will depart from Starptautiskā autoosta and arrive at Autobusų stotis. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.
What are the best sights and things to do in Kaunas?
Once in Kaunas, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Pažaislis Monastery, The Historical Presidential Palace, Funiculars in Kaunas, Kaunas Castle and St. Michael The Archangel Church.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
08/26
$26
08/27
$20
Today
$17
08/29
$20
08/30
$18
08/31
$17
09/01
$18
09/02
$12
The cheapest trip from Riga to Kaunas was searched and found on Sep 2, 2025 with a price of $12
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Riga to Kaunas, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $12 to $48 for a bus ticket from Riga to Kaunas based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2025-09-02.
Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
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Bus Travel Tips
Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Riga to Kaunas.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Riga to Kaunas, get comfy and count the stars.
Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Riga to Kaunas that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Riga to Kaunas, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.
It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.
Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!
What's the cheapest way to go from Riga to Kaunas?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
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Busbud recommends taking the bus from Riga to Kaunas
The cheapest trip from Riga to Kaunas was searched and found on Sep 2, 2025 with a price of $12
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
